Overview
University Hospital Southampton NHS Foundation Trust is delighted to offer a fantastic opportunity to work with us. Please see below for the detailed job description of the role.
Responsibilities
* Assist with the planning, delivery, and evaluation of support worker training programmes.
* Facilitate specified training sessions, supporting individual and group-based learning.
* Act as a Champion for support staff and role model excellent patient care.
* Assist with the induction and introduction of learners to their relevant programme.
* Provide learners with prompt, accurate and constructive feedback on decisions.
* Shift coverage can be negotiated; core hours are 8-4 Monday to Friday.
Qualifications, Knowledge and Experience
Essential criteria
* Foundation degree in clinical healthcare (e.g., Health Assistant Practitioner, Nursing Associate) or Level 3 NVQ/Apprenticeship in Healthcare (e.g., HCA or SHCA).
* Up-to-date experience working in a clinical healthcare setting.
* Demonstrate commitment to ongoing professional education.
* Ability to concentrate on own work in a busy office/clinical environment with frequent interruptions.
* Confidently present information to groups.
* Able to work in a clinical environment to train/assess learners and maintain personal competence.
* Health and physical abilities sufficient for the post, e.g., able to stand or sit for long periods.
* Able to use Microsoft Office, including email, PowerPoint, Word and Excel.
* Enthusiastic about support worker development.
Desirable criteria
* Assessor or mentor qualification (e.g., TAQA award to assess NVQs or apprenticeships).
* Experience as a Care Certificate Champion.
* Experience in training, assessing, mentoring and supporting others in the workplace.
Benefits
Flexible working arrangements are supported where possible to help balance personal and professional commitments.
Equal Opportunities
We are committed to creating an anti‑racist, anti‑discriminatory environment where everyone feels valued, safe and empowered. All applicants are welcome.
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